BWL Hometown Power 5k
- Date
- August 8, 2026
- Location
- 1201 S. Washington, Lansing, MI
- Distance
- 5k Run/Walk with Tech T-Shirt
From the Organizer
Join us for the 16th Annual Hometown Power 5K Race on Saturday, August 8th. This is an accurate 5K on paved roads. All registered participants will receive a tech shirt and finisher medal.
Proceeds: All funds raised will support Pennies for Power to help families in need in the Lansing area pay their utility bills.
Location: Race will start at BWL REO Town Headquarters on S. Washington Ave at 9:15 a.m. The course will run through city streets in neighborhoods around REO Town building and on the Lansing River Trail.
Pricing: $25 until 8/5, then $30
Awards: Overall awards to top male and female finisher, Masters male and female (over 40), Grandmaster male and female (over 50)
Award to top place finisher in each age group.
Age groups: 10-and-under, 11-12, 13-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34 ,35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74,75-79, 80-over
Packet Pick-Up: Day before race, Friday August 7th from 1 - 5 p.m. at REO Depot and race day from 7:30-9:00 am.
Parking: Street parking is available throughout REO Town along with parking the BWL lot near Cinnaire.
The race will be chip timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be posted live during the race and on this website.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
82°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lansing Capital City Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lansing, MI
Population
112,546
as of 2023
Elevation
864 ft
Nearest Airport
LAN
Capital Region International Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 50 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the BWL Hometown Power 5k?
- BWL Hometown Power 5k is a running race held in Lansing, Michigan on August 8, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the BWL Hometown Power 5k?
- Saturday, August 8, 2026 in Lansing, Michigan at 1201 S. Washington, Lansing, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the BWL Hometown Power 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
BWL Hometown Power 5k
Aug 8, 2026